Kids FREE in San Diego all October long!

Kids FREE in October is back in San Diego!  Plan ahead and save a ton of money visiting America’s finest city!  San Diego is a perfect family vacation and if you visit during the month of October many attractions are free for kiddos!

Kids free in San Diego in October is one of the best ways to see San Diego. Awesome off season hotel deals, and free admission to dozens of local attractions!  Visit and enjoy free kids tickets to LEGOLAND, San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, and more!  Get Away Today offers awesome discounts on your hotel, tickets, and more. Make sure to get a deeper discount to your Kids Free in San Diego vacation by using the discount code HIGHLIGHTS on the featured locations below. Below, Lexi from Get Away Today is sharing some of her favorite San Diego hot spots to take advantage of this off season sale!

While kids are free, you will still need to purchase for the grown ups in your group. Never fear, Get Away Today has discounts available for the grown ups in the group. Make sure if you are booking a hotel you look at their packages first. Do not forget to apply the extra $10 discount using our unique affiliate link and code HIGHLIGHTS. San Diego can be a pricey destination for families, but plan on visiting during the month of October and take advantage of our discounts. You can have a lot of fun on a budget!

Kids FREE in San Diego for 2023!!

San Diego  COLORING PAGES!

We have a growing list of California Road Trip Coloring pages. Make sure to print out the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park coloring pages for your kiddos. These make very inexpensive additions to your scrapbooks about a trip to San Diego.

Kids FREE In October – Discounts for Adults too!

Hi everyone, it’s Lexi with Get Away Today. It’s hard to believe that October is nearly here! With spooks, ghouls and Halloween festivities around every corner, this is one of my favorite times of the year. In addition to all of the frightful fun, I also love October because it’s Kids Free month in San Diego. During October, kids can enjoy free admission to some of the best San Diego attractions per paying adult. The best part? You can enjoy all of the fun in the sun without the summer crowds. Whether you take a quick weekend trip or plan a Fall Break vacation, San Diego is the perfect family destination.

Right now, you can take advantage of all the Kids Free October fun when you book with Get Away Today. Below, I’ve listed all of the participating attractions for this special event. Not only will you be able to take advantage of discount theme park tickets, but our travel experts will be able to get you the best price on a hotel stay in San Diego. Plus, you can save an additional $10 off your San Diego vacation package when you use promo code Highlights.

If you are a military family (thank you for your service!) you can check out our list of Military Discounts in San Diego. This list was created pre pandemic and businesses often change their promotions so we highly suggest you double check for current promotions.

FREE Kid’s Ticket to LEGOLAND!

Check out DISCOUNTED LEGOLAND TICKETS through Get Away Today, but also make sure to check out the deals on LEGOLAND’s site! LEGOLAND had an awesome deal for a free kid’s LEGOLAND hopper ticket on select days!

FREE KID’s TICKET To SeaWorld:

In addition to everything you can enjoy at SeaWorld San Diego, guests can also enjoy SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular Weekends. On weekends in October 2023, families can enjoy Halloween décor, festive entertainment and not-so-scary spooks around every corner. This event includes Halloween décor at the Shark Encounter, Clyde & Seamore’s Big Halloween Bash, a Festival Dance Floor, Penelope’s Pumpkin Patch and even trick-or-treating for the kids.

Of course, you and your family can still enjoy new attractions, family-friendly entertainment and all the majestic sea life that SeaWorld has to offer. Take a ride on SeaWorld’s newest attraction, Electric Eel or interact with ocean animals at Explorer’s Reef. There truly is something for everyone to enjoy at SeaWorld San Diego.

FREE Kid’s Admission to the San Diego Zoo:

The San Diego Zoo is world-famous and it’s no surprise as to why. At the zoo, guests can see some of the world’s most endangered animals in their natural habitats. During Kids Free October, children will recei11 and younger will receive free admission to the Zoo and Safari Park. Children must be with an adult with a ticket or membership. Premium Experiences including tours and safaris will require reservations and an additional fee. HalGLOWeen and Autumn Festival activities and entertainment are free for all ages with admission or membership.

At the San Diego Zoo, HalGLOWeen has become an annual “must” for the whole family. After the sun sets every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October, guests can enjoy a multitude of Halloween-themed experiences, including live music and performances, culinary treats and interactive fun. During the day, Zoo guests also have the opportunity to venture through the high-tech and interactive Denny Sanford Wildlife Explorers Basecamp.

At the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, guests can enjoy Autumn Festival every Saturday and Sunday in October, with special fall-themed entertainment, activities and culinary comforts. Whether guests arrive on a weekend or a weekday, they can also take part in one-of-a-kind safari experiences and get the chance to see wildlife up close.

The San Diego Zoo is located north of downtown San Diego in Balboa Park, at 2920 Zoo Drive. Parking is FREE at the San Diego Zoo!

San Diego Zoo Safari Park:

Did you know that San Diego is also home to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park? Like the zoo, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park has over 3,000 wondrous animals for guests to learn about and enjoy. Plus, the Kids Free San Diego ticket also includes admission on the Africa Tram. Here, guests can experience what it’s like to be on an authentic African Safari, as you come face-to-face with some of the most exotic animals on earth.

While you’re there, don’t forget to explore the Safari Park’s newest addition, Walkabout Australia. Here, you can meet Western Gray Kangaroos, Red-Necked Wallabies, Southern Cassowaries, Matschie’s Tree Kangaroo, Magpie Geese and even discover native Australian plants. With so much to do at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, you and your family are sure to have the adventure of a lifetime.

The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is located just a few miles north of San Diego in Escondido, California, at 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road.

Old Town Trolley:

If you’ve never taken an Old Town Trolley Tour, you’re truly missing out. With the Old Town Trolley Tour, you can explore the beauty and history of San Diego. With several tour locations including La Jolla, Mission Beach, Downtown San Diego and even a San Diego Seals Tour, this is the perfect way to explore one of the most beautiful cities in America. Plus, kids are completely FREE!

Flagship Cruises:

On a Flagship Cruise, you can enjoy the sights, sounds and stories of San Diego aboard a relaxing ship. During October, Kids can accompany an adult free on the delightful San Diego Bay Tour or have a thrilling experience on the Patriot Jet Boat Ride. No matter what you choose, Flagship Cruises are the perfect way to spend part of your October San Diego vacation.

USS Midway Museum:

At the USS Midway Museum, you and your family can explore over 60 exhibits, collections and restored aircrafts directly on the San Diego Bay. Here, you’ll be able to discover the history of the USS Midway, while enjoying a self-guided audio tour that includes admission into all exhibits and galleries. This is the perfect place to bring grandparents, parents and children on a tour that they’ll never forget.

As you can see, there is so much that San Diego has to offer you and your family this October. So, what are you waiting for? To book your vacation, visit getawaytoday.com or call 855-GET-AWAY to speak to one of our travel experts directly. Plus, with our Best Price, Best Service Guarantee, you’ll always know that you’re getting the very best price for your San Diego vacation.

While you are in San Diego taking advantage of the deals above, don’t miss the opportunity to visit Balboa Park museums, Belmont Park, and more. Another awesome advantage – multiple restaurants also offer “Kids eat FREE” in San Diego. Take a weekend to visit! Locals, October is the BEST time to vacation where you live!

Don’t forget to mention promo code Highlights for an additional $10 off your vacation package and let them know that Highlights Along the Way sent you!